Learn how to maximize quality in your portraits while minimizing the fuss. For beginners through working photographers, this includes straight forward, easy to understand techniques for lighting, composition, and reducing workflow with an emphasis on staying portable.

In this lively workshop, you will not only learn useful information for taking better portraits, but for taking better photos in general. Using a combination of classroom style and live demonstration with real time results being shown in the first half of the workshop, David offers a truly unique and effective learning opportunity to the attendees.

In the second half of the workshop you will participate in a hands-on photoshoot with the models, practicing the techniques covered in the first half and getting some great photos. So bring your cameras, lenses, and flashes. There will be opportunities to try out some other equipment as well!

With the help of a live models you will learn:

* Use of Speedlights (flash) on & off-camera* Achieving Balance with TTL or Manual* Flash modification - Softbox, Reflectors* How to pose and create a rapport with your subject* Color balancing techniques* Lens choice and usage

From lighting to composition, from preparing for the shoot to reducing workflow, and much, much more.

Boost your creativity, add some new skills to your bag of tricks, and have a great time!

GENERAL ADMISSION:Very special "Early Bird" pricing at only $49.99 Per Person ($20 off) if you register by April 4.

DONATIONS:For those who do not wish to attend, or are unable to attend, please consider donating to help the Homeless Veterans and Families by purchasing an "Honorary Ticket" in the amount of your choice. Thank you!

Refunds are not available.

YOUR PRESENTER:David Guy Maynard is an award winning photographer working in Commercial, Fashion, Editorial, Event, Nature/Macro and Fine Art photography. His work has been published in numerous magazines and publications around the world, as well as being featured in prominent galleries and exhibits.

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David's technical expertise and practical approach to studio & location lighting and workflow offers a fresh and entertaining perspective in a lively atmosphere to photographers of all skill levels.

The Cause:More than 39,000 veterans are homeless on any given night. About half of those are Vietnam era, with the others having returned from Iraq and Afghanistan. (HUD) In an effort to help & give back to those who courageously served our country, we are collaborating with Volunteers Of America to help fund their Veterans program, bringing much needed help in the form of Mental Health Assistance, Transitional Housing, Reintegration programs, and Vocational Assistance.

Proceeds from your ticket purchases will go to help fund the VOA Veterans Program. More details here: https://www.voa.org/supportive-services-for-veteran-families

We are so very proud to offer this event made possible by our wonderful friends at TAMRON, Nissin, Spider, and National Camera Exchange. Also a big thank you to Brown Paper Tickets for helping us with registration for this important cause!

Registration Options

Date

Apr 25, 2018 4:30 PM

WILL CALL ONLY: no tickets will appear on your confirmation, but you will be on our list at the door.

Admission Level

Price

Quantity

Early Bird - ATTENDING

$49.99 donation

Early registration price, $20 off - Tickets must be purchased 1 at a time

General-ATTENDING

$69.99 donation

For those who will attend. Tickets must be purchased 1 at a time.

Honorary Ticket-NOT ATTENDING

($10.00 Minimum Donation)

For those who cannot attend, but wish to donate to help the Homeless Veterans & Families. Choose your amount. THANK YOU!